2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
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2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Impala | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 565 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 119 L |